It’s estimated that 70 items of clothes are thrown away in the UK every 10 seconds. What a waste!
Love Your Clothes is a national campaign developed to address this issue. It gives some simple steps that you can take to limit your impact on the environment, whilst also looking good - and saving money!
Buying Clothes
Buying smarter means buying clothes that are better made and will last longer. Buying pre-loved clothes can also be a fabulous way of getting a new look for a fraction of High Street prices. And vintage clothes mean you can be both chic and unique, as they often use colours and fabrics that you just can’t find in shops today
For more tips on buying clothes and how to spot quality, check out this series of best-buy guides.
Care and Repair
Just a little know-how can make all the difference when it comes to keeping your clothes looking great. See useful tips on prolonging the life of your clothes, such as removing stains and replacing fasteners.
Refashion and Upcycle
Clothes due for an upgrade? By altering, accessorising and combining clothes in new ways, you can revamp your wardrobe and look amazing. Getting creative with your clothes isn’t just about saving cash: it can give you a fabulous style that nobody else can match. Find out how to give new life to old clothes.
Dealing with unwanted clothes
If the clothes are still in good condition you might consider selling them or taking them to a local charity shop
Lots of people people are now also swapping their clothes via online swapping sites, as well as at popular clothes swap events.
Don’t forget you can also use a textiles bank. Use this recycling locator to find your nearest textile recycling bank.
Dont bin it, bank it!